Locum Case Manager / Court Progression Manager - Reading Borough Council | Hybrid / Remote | £40/hr
Contract Type: Locum / Temporary
Working Pattern: Flexible, remote-based (optional 1 day/week in-person)
Location: Wokingham & Bracknell (near train stations)
Pay Rate: £40 per hour (umbrella) / up to £400 day rate
Role Overview
Reading Borough Council is seeking an experienced Locum Case Manager, also known as a Court Progression Manager, to join their Joint Legal Team. This temporary role plays a critical part in ensuring the timely progression of care proceedings and child protection cases, supporting social work teams, and driving improvements in practice.
The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact between social workers, team managers, and Assistant Directors of Children's Services, providing oversight, guidance, and quality assurance for cases in both pre-proceedings and court proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor and track cases in pre-proceedings and court proceedings, ensuring compliance with statutory timescales
Provide oversight, guidance, and challenge to social work teams to drive case progression
Analyse case progression, identify causes of delay, and escalate concerns where necessary
Support preparation of written evidence and reports for court
Attend Legal Planning / Gateway meetings and monthly tracking meetings
Drive improvements through quality assurance, monitoring, and performance tracking
Work collaboratively with social workers, team managers, legal teams, and other stakeholders
Maintain high professional standards while managing competing prioritiesEssential Requirements
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
Substantial experience within family justice, including care proceedings and complex child protection cases
Excellent communication, organisational, and coaching skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Highly resilient, proactive, and able to work autonomously
Willingness to attend client offices (Wokingham & Bracknell) up to once a week / fortnight if requiredBenefits of Working with Eden Brown Synergy
DBS check processed and paid for
Referral bonus up to £300 for recommending colleagues
Bonus for finding your own role
Twice weekly payroll
Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout your locum assignmentApply Now
If you are an experienced Case Manager / Court Progression Manager looking for a locum opportunity with flexible working, please send your CV to Mayur Rabari at m.rabari @(url removed) or call (phone number removed).
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